RIDGID R860445 Manuel D'utilisation page 7

OPERATION
To remove:
 Lock the switch trigger by sliding the lock on/off button
into the locked position.
 Depress the latches to remove the battery pack.
For complete charging instructions, see the operator's
manuals for your battery pack and charger.
TURNING THE GREASE GUN ON/OFF
See Figure 3, page 11.
The lock on/off button, located on the handle above the
switch trigger, reduces the possibility of accidental starting.
 To turn the tool on: Slide lock on/off button to the
unlocked position, and press the switch trigger.
 To turn the tool off: Release the switch trigger and return
the lock on/off button to the locked position.
CAUTION:
The lock on/off button should be in the locked
position when the tool is not in use or is being
transported.
LED LIGHT
See Figure 4, page 12.
The LED light illuminates when the LED button is depressed.
The LED light illuminates only when there is a charged
battery pack in the tool.
UNDERSTANDING NLGI RATINGS
NLGI ratings are used to express the thickness or fluidity of
grease. The higher the rating, the thicker the grease. This
grease gun is capable of handling grease with a thickness
rated up to NLGI #2. Grease with an NLGI #2 rating has a
consistency similar to peanut butter.
NLGI
No.
000 Very fluid; similar to cooking oil
00 Somewhat fluid; similar to applesauce
0 Very soft; similar to mayonnaise
1 Somewhat soft; similar to toothpaste
2 Creamy; similar to peanut butter
CAUTION:
Do not load grease rated higher than NLGI #2.
Doing so could cause the grease gun to stall,
damage the pressure-carrying components of the
tool, and/or create a bursting hazard.
Consistency
WARNING:
Always follow the grease manufacturer's
instructions printed on their product labeling for
use, cleaning, and storage. Clean grease tube
thoroughly after each use. Grease should be
stored out of the reach of children. Failure to do
so may result in serious personal injury.
LOADING A GREASE CARTRIDGE
See Figures 5 - 6, page 12.
 Lock the switch trigger by sliding the lock on/off button
into the locked position and remove the battery pack.
 Turn the grease tube counterclockwise to loosen and
remove.
 Pull the spring-loaded plunge rod gauge out completely
and then move it to the side into the narrow slot to lock
it into place.
NOTE: Make sure the plunge rod gauge is locked in place
before adding the grease cartridge.
 Use a clean, dry cloth to remove any old grease from
inside the tube.
 Remove the plastic end cap from the bottom of a 14 oz.
grease cartridge (not included).
 Insert the grease cartridge (not included) into the grease
tube with the bottom facing the plunge rod gauge.
 Remove the seal from the front of the grease cartridge
(not included).
 Place the grease tube back onto the grease gun and
rotate clockwise to secure.
NOTE: Be careful to avoid cross-threading, which can
cause the grease tube to leak during use.
 Move the plunge rod gauge away from the narrow slot.
 Slowly allow the plunge rod gauge to move forward and
into the grease tube.
NOTE: After the cartridge is loaded, use the air bleeder
valve to purge any air trapped in the grease tube. For more
details, see Using the Air Bleeder Valve later in the manual.
To remove a grease cartridge:
 Lock the switch trigger by sliding the lock on/off button
into the locked position and remove the battery pack.
 Pull the spring-loaded plunge rod gauge completely out.
Then move it to the side into the narrow slot to lock it
into place.
 Turn the grease tube counterclockwise to loosen and
remove.
 With the grease tube pointed up, grab the plunge rod
gauge and move it away from the narrow slot.
 Slowly allow the plunge rod gauge to move forward and
eject the grease cartridge.
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